The King's Police and Fire Services Medal is one of the older awards, instituted in 1909. It was discontinued in 1954 when separate medals for police and for fire service were substituted. The award was originally titled the King's Police Medal even though it could be awarded for fire service.

Given to police or fire personnel who perform 'acts of exceptional courage and skill or who had exhibited conspicuous devotion to duty'.

Source:
Australian Honours List